Here I am, a 30-something artist, writer, poet, and entrepreneur. I'm a mother to 3 miraculous humans whom I have the joy of raising alongside my wonderful husband, Stephen. My life didn't always look this beautiful, yet God made beauty out of ashes. Over the past decade, I've been on a transformative journey, choosing to evolve daily. As I navigate this path, I am learning to ABIDE in Christ, to embrace my quirks, and to apologize less for my unique nature. I am using my words to build life, bring hope, and encourage you.

I am a multidisciplinary artist who paints, embroiders, sews, quilts, designs websites, and captures moments through photography. My heart belongs to textiles—I've sewn countless quilts, both large and small, losing count along the way. Like the intricate patterns of the quilts I've created and those passed down by my loved ones, our lives are woven with complexities often too deep for words.

As I write, I hope my words weave together a poetic voice that speaks what some are afraid to say, offers strength, and encourages all who read.

Every word I pen that carries any goodness, I cannot credit to myself. Apart from Jesus, I cannot write. As I abide in Him, He opens my eyes to new perspectives and enables me to create these books I have the joy of sharing with you.

I've always considered my paintings, words, books, and all things art-related as my "secret space." I was content with that until I discovered a way to encourage women to bloom. As a survivor of domestic violence, I know firsthand what it feels like to carry shame, fear, isolation, pain, and brokenness. Though the pain I endured was devastating, it has deepened my relationship with Jesus, birthed a ministry (FREED Magazine), and opened my eyes to a marginalized group of women and children in my community who desperately need support to change their circumstances. I share my journey in my debut poetry book, Her FREED Soul. Walking through that season in my early twenties was incredibly difficult, but I was blessed with a small yet powerful support system that loved me in ways my soul will never forget.

In my weekly publication, The Psalm Room, I don't shy away from difficult topics because I've learned that transparency with The Lord brings more healing than hiding beneath shame ever could. I share poetry, art, and glimpses into my journey with readers, often including excerpts from vulnerable journal pages in hopes of inspiring at least one person. I love connecting with my subscribers through newsletters that offer deeper insights into my creative process and heart (follow my journey here).

When I'm not writing, I'm spending time with my family. My husband, Stephen, and I run our branding firm, COVA Design Company, publish FREED Magazine with our incredible team, and pursue our individual creative projects. As a family, you'll find us on the golf course, wandering through art galleries, strolling through the botanical gardens, or enjoying cozy, creative days at home.

Random fact: I am a lover of tea and will host a tea party at the drop of a dime! 

I don't have all the answers or words for every person's experience. I am not perfect—even as a writer and editor of a magazine, my words contain typos, and I often choose literary creativity over convention. If you're seeking perfection, you won't find it here. However, I do my best to be authentic, to share openly when I can, and to offer words that might birth a new bloom of hope within you.

PS: I’ve prayed for YOU to be here! 

Thank you in advance for joining me on my journey. 

With love,
Briana Ariel